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Don't Have a Topic in Mind? Browse the Current Topics section, located directly opposite the Research Help Desk in the far right corner of the Library's first floor. You'll find several shelves of books on social issues; these books provide a terrific introductions to the topics.

Need Background Information? Subject encyclopedias can provide you with a quick, reliable overview of your topic and provide you with definitions and keywords for further searching. Ask a librarian for help or search the catalog with your topic and the word encyclopedia as your key words. 

Or, click here to search the Gale Virtual Reference Library

Ready for More Information? CQ Researcher is a database of reports on various current issues. Each has a pro/con argument; charts and graphs illustrating statistics; background, current situation, and future outlook of the topic; and a bibliography of books, articles, and Web sites that you can use to find more information on your topic. You can even browse the database to get ideas for debate topics.

Once you've taught yourself about your topic, you'll be better prepared to continue searching for articles and statistics that support your viewpoint.

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